Nectarines

Nectarines

Nectarines, cousin to the peach, were possibly named after nektar-meaning "drink of the gods".

More than 150 nectarine varieties exist, each one varying slightly in size, shape, taste, texture, and color.

Ranging from a light golden yellow with a reddish blush to almost entirely red, nectarines are a good source of vitamin C and also contain flavonoids.

HEALING TIP: Because nectarines are on the Dirty Dozen, be sure to always pick organic.

Glycemic Index=42
Glycemic Load=5
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=750

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of:
*Good Source of: Vitamin C
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Choose fragrant, brightly colored nectarines that give slightly to gentle pressure. Ripe fruit should be refrigerated and used within a week.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-whole NECTARINES,RAW

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 49

Calories: 60

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.44 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.03 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.12 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.15 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	3 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	14.4 g	*
Sugars	10.7 g	*
Fiber	2.3 g	*
Protein	1.4 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	451.5 IU	9%
Vitamin C	7.3mg	12%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	1 IU	3%
Vitamin B6	0.03 mg	2%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	3 mg	4%
Folate	6.8 mcg	2%
Niacin	1.5 mg	8%
Riboflavin	0.04 mg	2%
Thiamin	0.05 mg	3%
MINERALS
Calcium	8.2 mg	1%
Copper	0.12 mg	6%
Iron	0.38 mg	2%
Magnesium	12.2 mg	3%
Manganese	0.07 mg	4%
Phosphorous	35.4 mg	4%
Potassium	273.4 mg	8%
Selenium	0 mcg	0%
Sodium	0 mg	0%
Zinc	0.23 mg	2%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	204 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	133.3 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	176.8 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).